03/02/2026
These murals by Edward Volkert in the Western Hills High School cafeteria have been recently restored with the assistance of The Pine Meer Foundation. Photo by Alexander VertiKoff.
The Art League of Cincinnati
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The aim of this volunteer group is to document, preserve and enhance this treasure.
Cincinnati's Public Schools contain a national treasure of art and ornament which is currently at risk. Much of this collection was purchased by the original Art League with pennies donated by generations of Cincinnati children. The old Art League served the Cincinnati Public Schools for sixty years (1903-1963). The Cincinnati community strongly believed that fine art belonged in our school enviro
03/02/2026
02/26/2026
You will always find something interesting in these old yearbooks. Hughes High School Yearbook, 1924.
02/24/2026
Watch This Space. We are finishing our
book on the Cincinnati Public Schools
Art Collection. We will share examples
of our progress as we prepare for the book's arrival
this Fall---2026.
05/25/2025
04/07/2025
We are looking forward to seeing you at the Dedication!
02/03/2025
Hughes High School's Library Window was recently restored by its devoted alumni.
01/26/2025
LOOK for a special announcement from the Art League on February 1st.
Below for your enjoyment. Original sketch and photograph of one of the earliest Rookwood Fountains (1912) Hughes High School.
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